Senior Research Scientist - Polymer Chemistry

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); On-site; USD 94,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Development allowance

Conference attendance

Lab access

Cutting-edge research

Job summary

Placements24 in East London seeks a Senior Research Scientist to lead design, synthesis, and characterization of novel polymeric materials in our advanced R&D division.

You will guide polymerization processes, analyze structure-property relationships, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate lab innovations into commercially viable materials in East London.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry, Materials Science, Organic Chemistry, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of polymer chemistry research with emphasis on synthesis and characterization.
• Experience with polymerization techniques (e.g., radical, controlled radical, condensation).
• Experience with polymer processing and structure-property analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead research initiatives in synthesis of new polymers and composites with controlled architectures.
• Characterize polymer properties using GPC, NMR, FTIR, DSC, TGA, and rheology.
• Develop and optimize polymerization processes focusing on scalability and sustainability.
• Investigate structure-property relationships to guide material design for performance requirements.
• Collaborate with product teams to translate lab innovations into commercially viable materials.

Skills

Research skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

PhD in Polymer Chemistry

Tools

GPC

NMR

FTIR

DSC

TGA

Rheology

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Senior Research Scientist specializing in Polymer Chemistry to join their advanced R&D department in East London . This role will focus on the design, synthesis, and characterization of novel polymeric materials with tailored properties for diverse applications. You will lead research projects, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to the development of next-generation materials. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in polymer science to solve challenging problems and drive material innovation within a supportive research environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead research initiatives in the synthesis of new polymers and polymeric composites with controlled architectures and functionalities.


• Characterize polymer properties using techniques such as GPC, NMR, FTIR, DSC, TGA, and rheology.


• Develop and optimize polymerization processes, focusing on scalability and sustainability.


• Investigate structure-property relationships to guide the design of materials for specific performance requirements.


• Collaborate with product development teams to translate laboratory innovations into commercially viable materials in East London .

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry, Materials Science, Organic Chemistry, or a related field.


• A minimum of 5 years of relevant research experience in polymer chemistry, with a strong emphasis on synthesis and characterization.


• Demonstrated expertise in various polymerization techniques (e.g., free radical, controlled radical, condensation polymerization).


• Experience with polymer processing and structure-property analysis.


• Excellent problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively in a research setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive bonus opportunities.


• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.


• Generous allowance for professional development and attendance at scientific conferences.


• Access to well-equipped polymer synthesis and characterization laboratories.


• A stimulating work environment focused on cutting‑edge polymer science and material innovation in East London .